My husband and I loved working with format weddings! We had an Orthodox Christian wedding coronation, so there were a number of specific moments we wanted captured during our ceremony, and our photographer Shurhat did an amazing job! She was very supportive the whole time, always checking in on us and making us feel comfortable throughout the experience. My husband and I can be pretty camera shy so we really appreciated the support and guidance. We recommend format weddings to anybody looking for amazing wedding photography, beautiful editing, and affordable pricing with the level of high quality delivered.
Anna M.
5.0
Format Weddings was a great experience from start to finish. We weren’t sure what to expect at first, but we trusted the process and their reputation for partnering with talented, high-end photographers. Everything was simple and seamless, and the photographer they matched us with was fantastic. We couldn’t be happier with the results!
Aly C.
5.0
About this vendor
Leyla
COLLECTIVE FOUNDER
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AWARD WINNER
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Format Weddings is the streamlined sister company of Promani Weddings. We were built for the couple who prioritizes exceptional photography but doesn't need the custom production, meetings, or complexity of a full-service wedding package.
We created a model where you pay for talent, not overhead.
The Format Standard ($1,600):
8 Hours of continuous coverage.
Powered by Promani: Our team is vetted, trained, and backed by the standards of Promani Weddings. You get the peace of mind of a long established reputable studio with the simplicity of a startup.
Bright & Clean Editing: Timeless, true-to-color photos delivered in 14 days. No Hidden Fees: Travel is included within Metro Detroit and Grand Rapids.
How It Works:
Promani Weddings handles the high-touch, custom-tailored weddings. Format Weddings handles the essential, candid coverage.
By removing the custom timeline planning, frequent meetings, tailored editing, we can offer our same vetted team at a fraction of the industry standard—without sacrificing the image quality.
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The Knot independently assesses vendors for this award—it’s never self-reported. We base it on firsthand experiences from real couples and guests, and they must have a 4.5-star average across 7+ reviews in the qualifying year.
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Meet the team
Leyla
Collective Founder
I'm Leyla! Format was brought to life by a collective of photographers who recognized a need to evolve how photographers price their work. Costs keep rising, but raising prices isn’t the answer—it hurts couples and limits artistic freedom. We’re rethinking the model so both sides win. We started Format because we believe every couple deserves professional photos, regardless of their budget. You could say, we're Formatting the process.
Reviews
4.9
out of 5.0
11 reviews
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Format Weddings delivered a seamless, professional experience with easy booking and clear communication. Their photographers were warm and unobtrusive, capturing authentic emotions and beautiful detail. As a new, experienced team they offer high-quality, budget-friendly wedding photos couples love.
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Cristina E
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5.0
We were recommended Format Wedding, and I couldn’t be more grateful. More than photographers, they felt like part of the day. They knew how to be present without being intrusive, a...
nd that shows in every image.
Anna M
5.0
My husband and I loved working with format weddings! We had an Orthodox Christian wedding coronation, so there were a number of specific moments we wanted captured during our cerem...
ony, and our photographer Shurhat did an amazing job! She was very supportive the whole time, always checking in on us and making us feel comfortable throughout the experience. My husband and I can be pretty camera shy so we really appreciated the support and guidance. We recommend format weddings to anybody looking for amazing wedding photography, beautiful editing, and affordable pricing with the level of high quality delivered.
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Ashley L
4.0
Communication was great, photographer was easy to work with.
Aly C
5.0
Format Weddings was a great experience from start to finish. We weren’t sure what to expect at first, but we trusted the process and their reputation for partnering with talented, ...
high-end photographers. Everything was simple and seamless, and the photographer they matched us with was fantastic. We couldn’t be happier with the results!
Any L
5.0
A truly wonderful experience from start to finish. They captured every emotion, every glance, and every detail with so much sensitivity. The photos are simply magical and allow us ...
to relive our day over and over again. Thank you for capturing our love so beautifully!
Belen L
5.0
I have to say, we absolutely love their style! Everything looks authentic and full of emotion. These are photos we’ll want to look at over and over again. Truly, thank you so much!
Priscila M
5.0
Choosing Format Wedding was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Their team was professional and warm, and they captured every moment with an incredible eye for detai...
l, making the entire experience truly special
Alejandra A
5.0
Booking was incredibly easy and the website is super clear. All the information was there, the photos speak for themselves, and the whole process was quick and stress-free. Everyth...
ing flowed so naturally, and seeing the photos felt like reliving the day all over again. Thank you!
Carolina S
5.0
So grateful with Format Wedding! On our wedding day we barely noticed the camera, yet every important moment was perfectly captured. That meant everything to us.
Farid S
5.0
Honestly I’m not the type to write reviews but this one is so deserved 🥹💍
We were sooo happy with the photography service. From the beginning they were really sweet and patient, ...
made me feel calm and trust them completely. On the wedding day I barely noticed them but somehow they captured EVERYTHING, even moments I didn’t remember 😭
Benjamin H
5.0
Alright - So I know if you're reading this, you're probably wondering if you should go with a company that has no reviews online. Short answer - Yes. This is a new company that no ...
one has heard of - BUT, it was created by people with many years already in the industry. We personally worked with Format the other weekend and were blown away by this company. They figured out the secret sauce to being able to provide a budget service and still provide high quality work which is very rare.